Hospitalist - Physician Assistant

Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania

Full Time

Hospitalist - Physician Assistant

Allegheny Valley Hospital

Location: Natrona Heights, PA

ED Volume: 38,000

The Hospitalist Physician Assistant may provide such medical services as directed by his or her supervising physician and keeping with the accepted standards of medical practice and applicable Federal and State statutes and regulations, USACS policies and procedures, Hospital Medical Staff Bylaws, and within his or her Delegation of Privileges granted by the hospital.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Presents himself/herself professionally and courteously to all individuals, including hospital staff and administration, department staff, colleagues, patients, visitors, leadership & management, and the general public.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION & LICENSES:

Education, training and experience as required by USACS Policy, Federal and State law, Hospital Bylaws and Policies.

Must maintain all professional certifications as required by USACS Policy, Federal and State law, Hospital Bylaws and Policies.

Must maintain all state licenses required to practice medicine and state controlled substance (if required) and DEA registration.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE:

Highly competitive financial/benefits package

Physician equity ownership for all full-time physicians

Industry-leading and company funded 401k (an additional 10%)

Yearly CME/BEA (Business Expense Account)

Student loan refinancing as low as 2.99%

Groundbreaking Paid Parental Leave

Pioneering Paid Military Leave

Short- and long-term disability (own occupation)

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and Rx coverage

The best medical malpractice including tail coverage

Professional development programs

Location flexibility and career stability of a national group

Hospital

228-bed hospital

Part of the Allegheny Health Network (AHN)

All major specialties are represented including cardiology (non-invasive) and surgical subspecialties

Responsive lab and x-ray; radiology is adjacent to the emergency department; tele radiology at night

24-hour CT and ultrasound; MRI on site

Accredited Chest Pain Center

Telestroke program through Allegheny General Hospital

Hospitalist

Open ICU

Run Floor Codes and Rapid Response Calls

Integrated EM and HM team approach with 1 Director over both departments

Schedule 7pm to 7am

Emergency Department

Admission rate isaround12%

Recently completed $13 million renovation project for brand new ED with 24 rooms including a 5-room dedicated fast-track

The New Kensington Urgent Care Center is located at the Citizens Ambulatory Care Center in nearby New It is staffed by the Allegheny Valley Hospital team and is open 8 hours per day/5 days a week with approximately 7,000 annual visits

Newly-renovated ED

Case management and Social work available in the ED

Community

Ranked by many sources as one of America’s most livable cities, Pittsburgh is a sophisticated metropolitan area with a hometown feel, and is truly a wonderful place to live and work. From world class museums, theater, symphony and all cultural options, to professional sports (Pirates baseball, Steelers football, Penguin hockey and Riverhounds soccer), outstanding shopping and dining, and easy access to some of the best outdoor recreation in the northeast Pittsburgh has something for everyone. The region continues its renaissance with development of the waterfront and thriving metropolitan areas in town, and highly desirable suburbs with public and private schools ranked among the top 20% in the nation. Secondary education includes the University of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Mellon University, Robert Morris University, and Penn State branch campuses, plus many other smaller colleges.

About US Acute Care Solutions

US Acute Care Solutions (USACS) was founded by like-minded groups that share an ironclad commitment to a physician-owned and led model; and an unwavering emphasis on quality and support.

As a USACS physician, you’ll not only have a meaningful voice as an owner, you will be part of a team dedicated to success without sacrificing its values; and unparalleled access to personal and professional growth resources.

Our unique vision is demonstrated in every aspect of the USACS model, from exceptional benefits that include an industry-leading, company-funded 401(k), ground-breaking paid parental and military leave, and outstanding healthcare; to Risk Management and educational programs resulting in a claims history 50% below the national average.

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